COTA, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Marshall LifeCenter - PRN

Christus Health; Town of Texas, Marshall (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to plan and coordinate patient care activities. This role involves direct collaboration with clinical associates to ensure quality care and effective resource utilization. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate Degree, relevant licenses, and strong communication skills. This position is per diem as needed, offering flexibility in work hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Ability to write and speak professionally.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the department manager with clinical supervision.
• Responsible for utilization and supervision of volunteers and support staff.
• Interprets physician orders and provides safe care.

Skills

Communication

Supervision

Management

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Description

Summary:

A professional who plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates patient care activities. He/she has clinical and/or functional knowledge of the position for which they are accountable either directly or indirectly through delegation of tasks. Incumbent is accountable to the Administrative Team. Collaborates with other Clinical Associates to meet individual needs using communication and available resources to promote quality, cost effective care

Responsibilities:

• The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant reports directly to the department manager and/or his/her designee with clinical supervision provided by a licensed occupational therapist
• Responsible for utilization and supervision of volunteers, students, and support staff relating to the provision of occupational therapy services
• The occupational therapist is responsible for interpretation/implementation of physician orders, provision of safe care to customers, protection of confidential information, professional communication, economic use of time/resources, and creation of a positive work/therapy environment
• Knowledgeable of the principles and practice of occupational therapy
• Perform the technical skills of the certified occupational therapy assistant and be competent to operate the equipment utilized in his/her professional area
• Ability to write and speak in a professional and intelligent manner and must demonstrate supervision/management skills
• Willing to assume additional responsibilities as requested

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Associate Degree

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• OTA License in state of employment
• BLS

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed